SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSTU
COMMCNSHSTU belongs to Bank of Communications in Shantou, China.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | COMMCNSHSTU |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | COMMCNSH |
| Branch code | STU |
| Bank | Bank of Communications |
| Branch | Shantou Branch |
| City | Shantou |
| Country | China |
The way the Bank of Communications SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- COMM Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- CN Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- SH Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- STU Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank uses BIC COMMCNSHSTU?
The code COMMCNSHSTU belongs to Shantou Branch, a branch or department of Bank of Communications in Shantou, China. Only use it if the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
What do the letters in COMMCNSHSTU mean?
COMM is the institution code of Bank of Communications, CN is the ISO code of China, SH is the location code and STU is the code of the branch Shantou Branch.
Has Bank of Communications got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 241 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of Communications in China, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does it take to send money to Bank of Communications?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
What is the best way to send money to Bank of Communications?
Many banks add 1–3% to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Chinese Yuan with transfer services before you send.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Bank of Communications?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code COMMCNSHSTU, the account number or IBAN of the recipient, their full name and address. China uses international SWIFT transfers, so the BIC is required.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.